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There are hard spots behind the neck and under the hips, and the nose keeps sneezing.
From the photo, the cat may have a respiratory infection and ringworm. Eye/nose discharge suggests a cold or feline rhinotracheitis; the crusts and dandruff on the neck suggest ringworm. Kittens have weak immunity. Use antifungal cream for ringworm; see a vet for the respiratory signs, and if it's rhinotracheitis, add lysine.
How can I tell if my rabbit is pregnant?
If a female rabbit has mated and shows a big appetite, larger abdomen, frequent urination, swollen red genitalia, shinier coat, swollen nipples, looser hair roots, and weight gain, she is likely pregnant. Pregnant does may also pull fur, chew the cage, or carry hay to build a nest. In mid-to-late pregnancy, multiple hard lumps can be felt in the abdomen—signs the fetuses have formed.
Why does a mother cat lick her kitten’s rear?
Mother cats lick kittens' rears to clean them and trigger bowel movements, since newborns cannot eliminate alone. It is also a sign of maternal care.
My pregnant cat has a runny nose, occasional sneezes and reddish-brown eye discharge – what medicine?
A pregnant cat needs careful medication to protect the kittens. For mild rhinotracheitis, use vet-approved supplements and lysine to boost immunity; for severe signs, see a vet promptly.
How does a kitten eat?
Kittens sniff food first, then bite or lick and chew carefully, eating slowly in small frequent meals. Add wet food to keep them hydrated.
A 25-day kitten tested positive for coronavirus after diarrhea; what to do?
Diarrhea from feline coronavirus (FCOV) is common; it spreads easily and causes fever, poor appetite, vomiting, diarrhea, and swollen anus, sometimes dehydration. Death rate is low but young kittens are fragile, so at 25 days seek vet care and follow the vet's medicine. Also disinfect the environment.
What to Do When a Pregnant Cat Vomits?
Vomiting during cat pregnancy can be normal morning sickness or a sign of indigestion or gastroenteritis. Because pregnant cats should not be given medication casually, the safest fixes are small frequent meals, a careful food transition, and probiotics.
Early Signs of Pregnancy in Cats
A pregnant cat stops estrus the day after mating, then shows lower appetite, enlarged nipples, and gradual weight gain within 2-3 weeks. After mating, keep her safe from falls, supplement calcium and nutrients, avoid baths, worming, and vaccines, and prepare a quiet nesting box about 65 days before the due date.
What to Feed a Nursing Cat With Low Milk Supply
A queen with low milk supply needs crucian-carp or chicken soup and goat-milk formula for protein, plus vitamins and minerals to boost immunity and absorption. Massage/warm the breasts to open ducts. If diet and massage fail, hand-feed kittens with goat-milk formula. Post-birth, watch for low calcium (twitching, vomiting, breathing trouble) — supplement calcium early; keep mother and kittens warm; hand-feed kittens every 2 hours and stimulate defecation.
Why does my cat suck on its own body while also kneading?
Sucking its own nipple is self-comforting, common in kittens or unspayed cats, from lack of maternal care, stress, hunger, oral discomfort, or loneliness. Stress and anxiety can also drive licking and sucking; comfort the cat to build security.